Aircraft Inspector II

Full-time Contract Position – Hagerstown, MD

Our Client delivers customer-focused operations and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. Through leading-edge technologies and transformative solutions, it has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and one of America’s fastest-growing corporations. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) team also provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide. #InnovatingBeyondLimits

The Company

Our Client’s mission is to stay ahead of the curve, developing solutions today to tackle the challenges of tomorrow. With over 60 years of leadership, they have driven transformative change in the aerospace and defense industry. Their innovative solutions provide connected protection through advanced command, control, and communications platforms, along with capabilities in ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and more, ensuring national security across multiple domains. Dedicated to expanding the industrial base and delivering open architecture platforms, our client plays a crucial role in fostering competition, providing value, and accelerating innovation. Their ability to scale and commitment to open architecture set them apart in driving industry progress.

The Position

The Aircraft Inspector II is responsible for conducting in-process inspections to ensure aircraft, systems, and components meet manufacturer specifications and FAA regulatory standards for airworthiness. Operating under an active FAA Airframe, Powerplant, or Repairman Certificate, this role identifies non-conformances, verifies compliance, and supports quality and safety requirements within aviation maintenance operations. Working in a safety-sensitive environment, the inspector plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory compliance, operational integrity, and the overall safety of aircraft systems and equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform in-process inspections of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and components
Verify airworthiness and conformance to manufacturer specifications and government regulations
Identify and document discrepancies or breaches of airworthiness standards
Exercise inspection authority within the scope of authorized FAA certification
Inspect structures, equipment, and aviation-related materials in a safety-sensitive environment
Support audit and inspection processes in accordance with established procedures
Maintain accurate inspection documentation and reports using Microsoft Office tools
Handle or inspect hazardous materials and operate equipment as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

No immediate direct reports

Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
A higher level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe (A), or Powerplant (P), or Repairman Certificate
Experience with aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts
Basic understanding of audit and inspection processes and procedures
Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Preferred Experience

Exposure to aviation maintenance and/or inspection operations processes and procedures
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

Work Environment

On-site position located in Hagerstown, Maryland
This is a 1-year contract

Compensation

Position offers an hourly W2 Rate between $30 - $35, with additional benefits

Requirements

Because this client is a Federal Government Contractor performing services for the DoD, US Air Force, NASA and others, they do require US, Non-Dual Citizenship

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe (A), or Powerplant (P), or Repairman Certificate

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.